Point of Interest
De Hart Botanical Gardens
3585 US-401, Louisburg, NC 27549
Located just minutes from downtown Louisburg, De Hart Botanical Gardens spans 90 serene acres of native woodlands, wildflower meadows, creeks and ponds, all thoughtfully preserved as part of Louisburg College’s living classroom. These rustic acres serve both as a natural retreat and an educational hub, where biology students, birders and casual hikers can all find something to explore.
Well-marked walking trails wind through diverse plant communities, showcasing longleaf pines, wetlands and seasonal displays of native flora. While the trails are not paved, most hiking here is easy to navigate and is divided into two sections, a lake area and a waterfall area. If traveling with little ones, the Children’s Bamboo Trail offers the perfect kid-friendly walkabout, while the Lake Trail will takes you to a scenic lake view and past the De Hart Museum.
